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Table of Contents Title Page Introduction ......................1 How to Contact Fluke ..................1 Precautions and Safety Information ..............2 Explanation of International Symbols ..............5 Specifications ..................... 6 712 Specifications..................7 Firmware V1.1 and Earlier ................ 7 Firmware V1.2 through V1.9 ..............8 Firmware V2.0 and Later ................
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71X Series Calibration Manual Thermocouple Source Verification ............33 Keypad Test ....................33 Display Verification ..................34 714 Verification (V2.0 and Later) ..............34 Thermocouple Measure Verification ............34 Thermocouple Source Verification ............35 715 Verification (Earlier than V2.0)..............36 DC Voltage Source Verification ..............
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(continued) Contents mV INPUT ....................63 CJC ......................64 715 Calibration (Earlier than V2.0) ..............64 mA/Volts Measure ..................64 mA/Volts Source Measure ................ 65 715 Calibration (V2.0 and Later) ..............65 V INPUT ....................66 mV INPUT ....................66 mA INPUT ....................
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List of Figures Figure Title Page Proper Use of Tools (717, 718, and 718Ex Models) ..........4 Replacing the Battery ..................... 22 Replacing the Battery (718 and 719 only) .............. 23 718Ex Battery Replacement................... 23 Replacing the Fuses (715 shown) ................25 Replacing the Fuse (718 shown) ................
The information in this manual deals with the 71X Series Process Calibrators (hereafter referred to as “the Calibrator” or the “71X Calibrator”). The 71X Series includes the 712,714, 715, 717 1G, 717 30G, 717 100G, 717-15G, 717 300G, 717 500G, 717 1000G, 717 1500G, 717 3000G, 717 5000G, 717-10000G, 718 1G, 718 30G, 718 100G, 718 300G, and the 718Ex 30G, 718Ex 100G, and the 719 models.
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury: • Use the 718Ex Calibrator only as described in the User Manual and the Fluke 718Ex CCD (Concept Control Drawing) or the protection provided by the Calibrator may be impaired. • Follow all equipment safety procedures.
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Calibrator is in the correct mode before connecting the test leads. • The 71X Series Calibrators contain parts that can be damaged by static discharge. If you open the case, follow the standard practices for handling static sensitive devices. Refer to “Static Awareness”.
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• 718, 719 and 718Ex only: To avoid damage to the pump, use with dry air and non-corrosive gases only. Use of the optional Fluke 700-ILF In-Line Filter may help isolate the pump from contaminates. Hold in fixed position kf01f.emf...
Process Calibrators Explanation of International Symbols Explanation of International Symbols The following symbols are used on the Calibrator or in this calibration manual. Table 1 explains their meaning. Table 1. International Symbols Symbol Meaning Consult user documentation. Power ON/OFF ...
71X Series Calibration Manual Specifications Specifications for the 71X Calibrators are based on a one-year calibration cycle and apply for ambient temperatures from +18 °C to +28 °C unless stated otherwise. “Counts” are the number of increments or decrements of the least significant digit. General specifications for all models are in Table 2.
Process Calibrators Specifications 712 Specifications 712 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 712 off, push and hold , then push the power button. Find the section heading below for the displayed version and use the specification tables in that section to test and calibrate the instrument.
71X Series Calibration Manual Table 5. 712 RTD and Ohms Measurement Ohms Range Accuracy, Four-Wire ±Ω 15 Ω to 400 Ω 400 Ω to 1.5 kΩ 1.5 kΩ to 3.2 kΩ Maximum input voltage: 30 V Excitation current from 712: 0.3 mA Firmware V1.2 through V1.9...
Process Calibrators Specifications Table 7. Ohms Specifications Input Accuracy Output Ohms Range Allowable Excitation (mA) 4-Wire Accuracy ±Ω ±Ω 0 Ω to 400 Ω 0.15 0.1 to 0.5 0.5 to 3.0 400 Ω to 1.5 kΩ 0.05 to 0.8 1.5 kΩ to 3.2 kΩ 0.05 to 0.4 Allowable Excitation is for Output mode only.
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71X Series Calibration Manual Table 8. RTD Specifications (cont.) Accuracy (˚C) * Allowable Range ˚C Input Type Excitation (mA) Source 4-Wire 2-Wire & 3-Wire Pt 1000 385 -200.0 to 100.0 0.20 0.25 0.05 to 0.4 100.0 to 300.0 0.30 0.40 300.0 to 630.0...
Process Calibrators Specifications Temperature Coefficient 0.005 % of ohms range per °C for temperature ranges –10 °C to 18 °C and 28 °C to 55 °C. Ohms ranges are 400 Ω, 1.5 kΩ, and 4.0 kΩ. 714 Specifications 714 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 714 off, push and hold , then push the power button.
71X Series Calibration Manual Firmware V2.0 and Later Table 13. 714 Temperature Measure and Thermocouple Simulate TC Type Range °C Accuracy °C * -210.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 800.0 800.0 to 1200.0 -200.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 1000.0 1000.0 to 1372.0 -250.0 to 0.0...
Process Calibrators Specifications 715 Specifications 715 Calibrator specifications vary based on the version of the instrument. To display the firmware version for your instrument, start with the 715 off, push and hold , then push the power button. Find the section heading below for the displayed version and use the specification tables in that section to test and calibrate the instrument.
71X Series Calibration Manual Firmware 2.0 and Later Table 17. 715 DC V Input and Output Accuracy, Range Resolution ±(% of Reading + Counts) 200 mV 0.01 mV 0.015 % + 2 20 V output 0.001 V 0.01 % + 2 25 V input Input impedance: 1 MΩ...
Process Calibrators Specifications 717 Specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration at operation temperatures of -10 °C to +55 °C. To show the firmware version, start with the unit off and push and hold the lower center button, it will be or , then push . Pressure Table 19.
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71X Series Calibration Manual Table 19. 717 Pressure Specifications (cont.) Model Range Accuracy 6 months 1 year 0 to 1000 PSI 2000 PSI 0.025 % 0.035 % 717 1000G 0 to 6.9 mPa 13.8 MPa 0 to 1500 PSI 3000 PSI 0.025 %...
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Process Calibrators Specifications Table 22. 717 Range and Resolution 1000 1500 3000 5000 10000 Range -1 to 1 -12 to 15 -12 to 30 -12 to -12 to 300 0 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 0 to 5000 0 to 1000 1500...
71X Series Calibration Manual 718 and 718Ex Specifications Accuracy is specified for 1 year after calibration at operating temperatures of -10 °C to +55 °C. To display firmware version, start with the unit off, push and hold or then push .
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Process Calibrators Specifications Table 25. DC mA Input Range Resolution Accuracy, ±(% of Reading + Counts) 718: Version 2.9 and lower 24 mA 0.001 mA 0.025 + 1 718: Version 3.0 and higher 24 mA 0.001 mA 0.015 + 2 718 EX 24 mA 0.001 mA...
71X Series Calibration Manual 719 Specifications Specifications are based on a one-year calibration cycle and apply for ambient temperature from +18 °C to +28 °C unless stated otherwise. Counts are the number of increments or decrements of the least significant digit.
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Process Calibrators Specifications h Static Awareness h Semiconductors and integrated circuits can be damaged by electrostatic discharge during handling. This notice explains how to minimize damage to these components. 1. Understand the problem. 2. Learn the guidelines for proper handling. 3.
71X Series Calibration Manual Basic Maintenance For maintenance procedures not described in this manual, contact an authorized service center. Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Replacing the Battery...
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Process Calibrators Basic Maintenance Wh008f.emf Figure 3. Replacing the Battery (718 and 719 only) Hex Head Wrench wh009f.emf Figure 4. 718Ex Battery Replacement...
V input mode, the Calibrator always displays OL, even with a signal applied that is within the measurement range. 715 ≥V2.0 Fuseless overvoltage protection. No user serviceable fuse. An open fuse voids safety certification. The unit should 718Ex be returned to Fluke for repair.
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Process Calibrators Basic Maintenance Replace the fuse(s) as follows, refer to Figures 5 and 6: 1. Remove the test leads and turn the Calibrator off. 2. Remove the battery door. 3. Remove the three Phillips-head screws from the case bottom and turn the case over. 4.
71X Series Calibration Manual Snaps Wh003f.emf Figure 6. Replacing the Fuse (718 shown) Required Equipment The equipment required to perform the verification and calibration procedures in this manual is identified in Table 33. Table 33. Required Calibration Equipment Calibrator Recommended...
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Calibrator Recommended Equipment Minimum Specifications Model Model DC Calibrator -10 to 75 mV Fluke 5520A Accuracy: 0.006 % + 0.25 mV -10 to 75 mV Fluke 8508A Reference Accuracy: 0.006 % + 0.25 mV Multimeter TC to Banana Test Copper Mini-Jack to Copper Wire...
[4W NC]). All four input jacks of the 712 should now be configured in a 4-wire ohms measurement. 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 34, and verify the reading as displayed on the 712 Calibrator: Table 34.
4. Disconnect the test leads. Resistance Source Verification 1. Using four test leads, connect the four jacks of Fluke 8508A (Ω Sense 'Hi & Lo' and Input 'Hi & Lo') to the two middle jacks of the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
11. Make 2-wire connections on the 712 to 4-wire connections on the Fluke 8508A . Set the Fluke 8508A to measure 4-wire resistance. 12. Push until OUTPUT is displayed. 13. Set the 712 to output the resistance values in Table 38. Verify that the Fluke 8508A readings are within the limits shown.
Process Calibrators Verification Table 38. 712 Verification Outputs 712 Outputs (Ohms) Fluke 8508A Readings (Ohms) 5.00 4.90 to 5.10 300.00 299.90 to 300.10 1500.0 1499.5 to 1500.5 3000.0 2999.0 to 3001.0 14. Disconnect all connections to the 712. The 712 verification test is complete.
Fluke 8508A to measure 4-wire resistance. 12. Push until OUTPUT is displayed. 13. Set the 712 to output the resistance values in Table 41. Verify that the Fluke 8508A readings are within the limits shown. Table 41. 712 Verification Outputs...
5. On the 714 push the key until "mV" is shown on the display. 6. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 43 and verify the display readings on the 714 Calibrator. Table 43. 714 Thermocouple Measure Verification (mA)
2. Push the key to measure Type J thermocouple and connect the Type J thermocouple test lead from the TC jack of the Fluke 5520A to the TC jack on the 714 Calibrator, observing correct polarity. 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to output in Type J thermocouple, push the key, and set the 5520A to the settings in Table 46, verifying the display readings on the 714: Table 46.
8. On the 714 push the key until "mV" is shown on the display. 9. Set the Fluke 5520A to the settings in Table 47 and verify the display readings on the 714 Calibrator. Table 47. 714 Thermocouple Measure Verification (mV)
OUTPUT 0.000 V 3. Connect test leads from the Fluke 8508A input HI & LO jacks to the voltage jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM and red to V). 4. Using the large scroll button of the 715 Calibrator, push to step to the voltages in Table 50, verifying the output on the Fluke 8508A: Table 50.
2. Push the key and the display should change to: INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 715 Calibrator Com terminal.
4. Push the key on the 715 Calibrator. Display should indicate closely to: INPUT 0.00 mV 5. Set the Fluke 5520A for the mV settings in Table 55 and verify display readings on the 715 Calibrator. Table 55. 715 DC Voltage Measure Verification (0.0000 mV to 100.0000 mV)
OUTPUT 0.000 V 3. Connect test leads from the Fluke 8508A input HI & LO jacks to the voltage jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM and red to V). 4. Using the large scroll button of the 715 Calibrator, push to step to the voltages in Table 56, verifying the output on the Fluke 8508A: Table 56.
2. Push the key and the display should change to: INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 715 Calibrator Com terminal.
0.000 mA 0.00 PSI 2. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 3. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the 717 Calibrator Com terminal.
71X Series Calibration Manual 718 and 718Ex Verification This procedure is appropriate for the 718 and 718Ex. When the steps vary, the step will be labeled (718 Only) or (718Ex Only). Pressure Verification WWarning To avoid a violent release of pressure or vacuum, always depressurize the system slowly using the pressure/vacuum release control before detaching any pressure line.
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Process Calibrators Verification Table 64. 718 and 718Ex Pressure Verification (cont.) 718 & 718Ex 30G, 42 Range <V3.9 <V3.9 >V4 1 Yr >V4 1 Yr >V4 6 Mo >V4 6 Mo Applied Lower Limit Upper Limit Lower Limit Upper Limit Lower Limit Upper Limit 0.000 PSI...
The display should indicate: 0.000mA 0.00 PSI 1. Connect a test lead from Red AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 2. Connect a test lead from Black AUX terminal of the 5520A to the Calibrator Com terminal.
71X Series Calibration Manual Display Verification 1. Push and hold the key and then push and release the green key. This locks the 718 in a mode where all display segments are on. All segments will stay on until ...
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Process Calibrators Verification Table 67. 719 Pressure Verification 719 30G, 42 Range 1 Yr 1 Yr 6 Mo 6 Mo Applied Lower Limit Upper Limit Lower Limit Upper Limit 0.000 PSI -0.015 PSI 0.015 PSI -0.011 PSI 0.011 PSI 6.000 PSI 5.985 PSI 6.015 PSI 5.989 PSI...
3. Connect a test lead from I- terminal of the Fluke 8508A to the Calibrator mA terminal. 4. Adjust the 5520A so that the current shown on the Fluke 8508A is the same as the 5520A values shown in Table 69.
The lower display will flash 4.000mA / OL until the circuit is complete. 3. Connect a test lead from Red Calibrator mA terminal to the Fluke 8508A I+ terminal. 4. Connect a test lead from the I-terminal of the Fluke 8508A to the Calibrator COM terminal.
--------- 2. Change to a near zero value, similar to: 0.000 3. Plug the Fluke Pressure Module into the sensor port of the Fluke 719. The display should change to: --------- After a short wait, a pressure value should appear on the display.
3. Connect the test lead from the NORMAL jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the INPUT jacks (two middle jacks) on the 712 Calibrator (black to black, red to red). 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.0000 mV and push . Push any key on the 712 Calibrator. The display should read:...
1. Disconnect all four test leads from the Fluke 5520A and the 712 Calibrator. 2. Connect the two test leads from the AUX jacks on the Fluke 5520A to the middle jacks on the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
OUTPUT 17-50 Ω. 13. Using four test leads, connect the four jacks of Fluke 8508A (Ω Sense 'Hi & Lo' and Input 'Hi & Lo') to the two middle jacks of the 712 Calibrator (black to black; red to red).
OUTPUT 126.00 Ω 19. Put the Fluke 8508A in the 10 kΩ range. 20. Push and until the 712 display matches the Fluke 8508A. 21. Push . The display should read: OUTPUT ----- Ω then change to: OUTPUT 2535.0 Ω...
Process Calibrators Calibration OHMS INPUT 1. In OHMS INPUT mode, the unit will display “C 15” for 1 second and then display the OHMS input using the default calibration. 2. Connect the test leads from the 5520 main Jacks to the 712 jacks in 4-wire configuration (2 wires at 5520, 4 wires at 712).
0.0 °C TYPE J Thermocouple Block Calibration 1. Connect the Type-J thermocouple test lead from the TC jack on the Fluke 5520A to the TC jack on the 714 Calibrator, observing correct polarity. Note Type-J thermocouple wire (not copper) must be used.
Process Calibrators Calibration 5. Push any key on the 714 Calibrator. The display should read: TYPE J ------ °C then change to: TYPE J 0.xx °C This number represents the absolute error of the "CJC" sensor and should be below 1°C.
INPUT 0.000 mA 3. Connect two test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the middle mA input jacks on the 715 Calibrator (black to COM jack and red to mA jack). 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push .
12. Push any key on the 715 Calibrator. The display should read: INPUT ----- then change to: INPUT 0.00 mV 13. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.0000 mV. 14. Push any key on the 715 Calibrator. The display should read: INPUT ----- then change to: INPUT 100.00 mV...
71X Series Calibration Manual 3. The calibration will be performed in the following order: V INPUT mV INPUT mA INPUT V OUTPUT mV OUTPUT mA OUTPUT V INPUT 1. In V INPUT mode, the unit displays “CAL 0” for 1 second followed by the input voltage using the default calibration.
Process Calibrators Calibration V OUTPUT 1. In V OUTPUT mode, the unit displays “C 0” for 1 second followed by “ .0000”. The Calibrator is now sourcing V using the default calibration. 2. Connect the test leads from V and COM to V and COM of ….DMM. The 715 should source 0.000V ±0.010V.
After CAL shows, the display will automatically read: 0.000mA 2. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 Calibrator (Black to Black and Red to Red). 3. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push .
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Process Calibrators Calibration 6. Once the pressure has stabilized, push any key on the 717 Calibrator. The display should read: ------ PSI then depending on the model selected in step 2, change to either: 15.000 PSI 50.000 PSI 7. Set the deadweight tester for 15 PSI (or 50 PSI) to be injected into the pressure port of the 717 Calibrator.
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
Process Calibrators Calibration 1. Remove two-wire test lead from the 717 Calibrator and carefully attach the pressure fitting of the deadweight tester to the pressure jack on the 717 Calibrator. Note The use of TEFLON tape at the pressure fittings strengthens the seal. 2.
CAL 0 mA on the lower display 5. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 717 (black to black and red to red). 6. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA.
718 into Cal Mode. The 718 should display: 0.000 mA 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual Pressure Measure The 718 Pressure Calibrators have built-in temperature compensation. Instruments being calibrated should be in a stable temperature environment for several minutes before calibration. Calibration facilities should be maintained near 23 °C nominal. Re-calibration (re-characterization) is performed in terms of ‘PSI’ pressure units. Inputs using other pressure units (ie.
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual 4. Set the Fluke 5520A to 0.00000 mA and push . 5. When 0.0 mA is sourced from the 5520A the upper display indicates about "0.000 mA". When is pushed, the unit establishes the calibration constant for that point and the lower display changes to "CAL 24 mA".
CAL 0 mA on the lower display. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
71X Series Calibration Manual The CHEC mode allows for a quick check of the calibration constants that have just been stored. Changes to the applied current are shown in the display. 9. Push to continue. The lower display changes to:...
The lower display indicates what function and point is being calibrated. 3. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 718Ex Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
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71X Series Calibration Manual Pressure Measure The 718Ex Pressure Calibrator has built-in temperature compensation. Instruments being calibrated should be in a stable temperature environment for several minutes before calibration. Calibration facilities should be maintained near 23 °C nominal. Re-calibration (re-characterization) is performed in terms of ‘PSI’ pressure units. Inputs using other pressure units (ie.
CAL 0 mA on the lower display. 7. Connect the test leads from the AUX jacks of the Fluke 5520A to the mA jacks on the 719 Calibrator (black to black and red to red).
Calibration Manual mA Output Calibration Connect a test lead across the Fluke 719 mA jacks, connecting red to black. Push to start the mA source calibration. The unit will start its auto-calibration process for the mA output using an internal mA measurement circuit calibrated at previous stage.
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Process Calibrators Calibration After checking the proper range, push to continue. Vent the system to ambient air to ensure 0.00 PSI or 0.000 PSI. The lower display indicates 0 PSI and the upper display indicates the current reading. When the unit is vented, the upper display will read 0.00 ± approximately 10 % of full scale.
Table 71 lists the replaceable parts and accessories for the 71X Calibrators. See Figure 7 for an exploded view of the 718 Calibrator. Fluke repair is recommended for the 718Ex and no 718Ex replacement parts are listed in Table 71.
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Process Calibrators Replacement Parts and Accessories Table 71. Replaceable Parts and Accessories (cont.) PN or Ref. Description Used On Qty. Des. Model No. MP14 Spacer for pressure input 687449 717,718 MP20 Shield, LCD, Top Case 687092 MP21 LCD Zebra Strip 643376 MP22 O-ring for input/output receptacle...
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718 Pump Rebuild Kit 2553919 Option Not Shown 719 Pump Rebuild Kit 3345816 Option Not Shown 71X Series Calibration Manual available at www.fluke.com Option Parts are for all 71X Calibrators unless specified. W For safety, use exact replacement only. MP85 Holster...
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